Glorious by Association: the Obituary of Brian Boru
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Ní Mhaonaigh, Máire
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This article analyses a twelfth-century obituary of the most powerful king of Ireland in his day, Brian Boru, who died at the Battle of Clontarf in 1014, It explores its significance in the light of broader European literary trends and historical developments.
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Medieval Dublin XVI: Proceedings of Clontarf 1014-2014, National Conference marking the Millennium of the Battle of Clontarf
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Clontarf 1014-2014: National Conference marking the Millennium of the Battle of Clontarf
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XVI
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Four Courts Press